Canucks Central Kevin Woodley on Goaltending Environment + EP40’s Shot
Mar 19, 2026
They break down Elias Pettersson’s shooting mechanics and his two-goal night. There is a deep look at Kevin Lankinen’s recent surge and what has tightened his reads. Nikita Tolopilo’s technique struggles and the clash of styles are explored. They debate how team defense and environment shape goalie confidence and league-wide shot trends.
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Pettersson Rebuilt His One-Timer By Reinstating Work Habits
- Elias Pettersson is rebuilding his work habits and regaining a one-timer weapon that had disappeared.
- Kevin Woodley credits Pettersson's renewed practice, early/late work and teammates delivering passes into his wheelhouse for the two-goal game versus Florida.
Hit The Net On One-Timers To Create Rebounds
- Force the goalie to make a save rather than hunting for perfect placement on one-timers.
- Aim shots on net from the 1T spot to create east-west movement and net-front rebound opportunities, even if not perfectly placed.
Marco Rossi Surfaced As A Power Play Playmaker
- Marco Rossi is emerging as a power play passer who can hit the seam and deliver flat, wheelhouse-ready passes.
- Woodley notes Rossi's vision and health have unlocked plays like the five-on-three backdoor and 1T feeds.